Flames vs Ducks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game

The Calgary Flames have relied heavily on veteran Nazem Kadri down the stretch, and he’s delivered, recording 11 points and 37 shots over his last 10 games.

My Flames vs. Ducks predictions expect the team’s top center to lead the charge offensively in another massive game for the road side. Let’s dive deeper into my NHL picks for April 9.

Flames vs Ducks prediction

My Flames pick: Nazem Kadri Over 3.5 shots (+105 at BET99)

My Flames analysis
We backed Nazem Kadri to pile up the shots last time out against the Sharks, and he came through with four. There's no reason to get away from him in another advantageous matchup.

The Anaheim Ducks have bled shots all season long and, with the year winding down, there's no reason to expect that to change. They rank 30th in shot attempts allowed and 31st in shots on goal conceded over the last 10 games.

Anaheim has also played extremely fast, high-event games, ranking first in pace during that span. Pucks are always flying toward one net or another; there aren’t many lulls in play with limited action. That, of course, bodes well for offensive players like Kadri.

The Ducks have also struggled mightily defending against centers. Only two teams have given up more shots to the position over the last 10. Kadri is as well equipped as almost anybody to take advantage of it. He's routinely playing 20+ minutes a night and peppering shots towards the goal to try and create offense for the Calgary Flames, who are still fighting for their lives to get into the playoffs.

His shot volume has soared as a result. Kadri has averaged 8.2 shot attempts over his last 10 and at least seven shots in eight of those games, falling short only against an elite Golden Knights team and a Utah squad that ranks eighth in shots allowed over their last 10; both bad matchups.

For perspective, Kadri has cleared 3.5 shots at a 71% clip this season when attempting seven shots or more. Skating on a line with Jonathan Huberdeau and Martin Pospisil, who have positively impacted his shot rates, Kadri should have no problem clearing that mark in Anaheim.

Flames vs Ducks same-game parlay (SGP)

Nazem Kadri Over 3.5 shots

Jonathan Huberdeau Over 0.5 points

Flames moneyline

+375 at BET99

The Ducks have allowed 34 goals over the last 10 games and rank Bottom 5 in expected goal suppression during that time. They’re giving up a lot of great chances and, predictably, plenty are ending up in the back of their net.

Huberdeau is playing on the top line and the No. 1 power play, so he’s a prime candidate to take advantage of that. He's enjoyed a nice resurgence this season, hitting the scoresheet in 53% of his games and 62% of Calgary’s wins. That’s notable as the Flames are favored tonight.

Sticking with the Flames, they've consistently outchanced opponents of late and smacked the Ducks around to the tune of a 4-1 win just last week. They're a better defensive team, have a goaltending advantage with an in-form Dustin Wolf, and have a lot more to play for. Expect that to shine through in California.

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Flames vs Ducks odds

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Flames vs Ducks opening odds

• Puck line: Calgary -1.5 (+195) | Anaheim +1.5 (-231)
• Moneyline: Calgary -128 | Anaheim +114
• Over/Under: Over 6 | Under 6

Odds courtesy of BET99.

Flames vs Ducks trend

The Flames have cashed the moneyline in 41 of their last 83 games (+6.40 units / 6% ROI). Find more NHL betting trends for Flames vs. Ducks.

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